Best Mosquito Repellent Device? Thermacell Backpacker vs Original

[@losthiker9395]

Canisters are 12 hours and the pads are 4. Actual protection area is about 5x5. Lifesaver in the woods.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for clarifying that.

[@alf3553]

Glad you like the Backpacker. I just picked one up a few days ago but haven’t tried it yet. The selling point for me was the fuel, in the backyard it’s a great way to use up the fuel canisters that are almost empty. I also have an old version of the handheld. The big question with these is do they work. They have there limitations, it doesn’t take much wind to blow away “ The Bubble Of Protection” . Just keep it upwind if the bugs are bad.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@Melvin-belvin]

Perfect timing. I was trying to decide between the two. Thanks for the video!

[@SteveFlanigan]

Mosquito's are rampant in Florida. I have been using a fogger but may have to give this thing a try.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Can't hurt

[@Woodenarrows]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose I've been using the original Thermocell for a couple years now here in Florida. I like that I don't have to get all oily from spraying on repellent. I do refill the butane canisters but purchase Thermocell pads. Tried refilling the pads but not effective like the Thermocell ones.

[@reddawng43x91]

I use the regular one for over 15 yrs here in south louisiana and it’s about 95 percent for keeping mosquitos away from you, you can’t hunt without it, it is a necessity where I live, mosquitos so thick every breath I take u inhale em! Literally!

[@citysticker-chris]

But is the propane one scentless for hunting like the butane version?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I can’t smell either one.

[@ericwelton4828]

neither are propane. all butane

[@chuckparson6712]

I bought the backpacker exactly for the reason you described, cost of fuel. Hopefully it'll keep me from getting carried away this deer season 😂

[@SeaCatFl]

I have both of these here in southern Florida. The original Model is great when, wait for it, Back Packing. You hang it from your Belt or Pack and it works wonders. The Back Packer is great for when you set up Camp. They have both saved me and my Wife from some Miserable Hikes and Camps. (I also use the Back Packer Model out back of my House when I'm cooking on the Grill.)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yeah, the names don't fit

[@troyjenkins3886]

The most exciting day or night of the year for me,the first frost.Thanks Brian👍

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Indeed

[@grannieannie1371]

Thank Brian I was thinking about buying one of these. Now I know which one I'll buy.

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

I like the backpacker model. It looks like it would be great for a base camp or picnic. I’m going to look at getting one or two.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They have several other more "genteel" designs but they all have about the same effective range. Some are just prettier

[@irecknso]

Why does the backpacker cost more than the ms300? Looks like the 300 would be more. Is it because they won’t be making any money off the gas refill packs?

[@reddawng43x91]

The trick to it is letting it warm up before it starts to actually repel mosquitos! About 5 min. Any wind makes it less effective per mph of wind

[@samsmith8870]

Excellent review, you made some good points as always.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@Greblos2]

Thanks for the info!

[@charlescollier7217]

You had me at "mosquito repellent."

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It seems to help a LOT

[@banshee107]

It's a no brainer. Backpacker is the way to go.

[@ND-yp3sk]

Where I am the price of 30 mats alone is the same as the 30 mat 10 butane mega pack. So you'd need an 8 ounce butane canister to last 120 hours which is around 10 bucks here. It actually ends up costing more to buy just the mats without the propane. ($70 for the 120 hour mega pack vs $75 for 5 24 hour mat packs + $10 for fuel) Stupid decision on their part.

[@floppinfish]

Yeah I agree. On amazon you can get 18 pads and 6 carts for 23 dollars. Its 17 dollars for 12 pads alone. Figure in the price of the camp fuel and your about breaking even. They are some smart brains behind their pricing. They will get their money some how. So I vote for the one you can clip on your belt. Gonna cost the same anyways. But tho each their own.

[@camp-kot7315]

I’m bought the 16oz woods canister for $8.99 and the Chinese pads for $4. 2 summers later they work perfect and still not through my canister. Backpacker all the way!

[@jeffjackson5331]

I have the camo version of the thermocell you have. I don’t have the pouch yet. That one on the propane tank is cool. I like your watch in this video.

[@henrik5879]

I think the gas lasts for 8 hours and the pads last for 4h but might be different in USA campared to EU where I live.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Wrong. It literally takes 1 min to google before shitposting misinformation. 12 hrs per gas cartridge.

[@henrik5879]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH I own thermacell original and have tested and I'd say 8 hours is more accurate than 12h since the gas doesn't really last that long, but you are correct the package says 12h. And also the pad lasts longer than just 4h. Nice to know that you are so skilled with google that you found out it in 1 minute but no need to be so rude.

[@patriot4258]

They also drive out wasps located in the box stand

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Hey, they were 100% effective for this video. :) Good info again!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes they are!

[@ArcheryDad2024]

Didn't know about the backpacker, thanks Bryan.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm glad it helped.

[@Dsmuyt]

Thank U sir..your reviews are very good and heelpful in determining what to buy etc 👍❗

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@batmanbriggs3489]

Whats best for use fishing on a boat??

[@jeffreyking3807]

Why are the pads not the same

[@bossillygoose615]

Dude said can ya feel that🤣🤣

[@yeshuaisthewaythetruthandt515]

Thanku. I understand why people feel unsafe leaving the propane tank outside on top of the logs specially if it’s under the sun even though it’s attached n used for mosquito repellent

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

As we say in Georgia " Mine ain't blowed up yet"

[@jsantef]

Tell me how these could possibly work if there is the slightest wind? If you are sitting up wind of the device how could it possibly cover you?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Nothing is perfect. I just know I am glad I bought mine.

[@floppinfish]

You are aware that mosquitoes dont fly sround when the wind is blowing right. That's why people use big fans as a good way to repel mosquitos.

[@jsantef]

@@floppinfish I am aware of that but the slightest breeze not even enough to bother a mosquito would blow the chemical cloud away from you. The fan trick works great do it all the time.

[@bradieblanchard7887]

Thanks for this!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Sure thing!

[@CptBongue]

If I keep watching your channel I'm going to go broke

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You know you don’t HAVE to buy everything you see. ;-)

[@CptBongue]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose That anti-mosuito device, for sure... we took a beating a month ago camping in Florida

[@MichaelR58]

Brian, thanks for sharing , I've never used one before 👍

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Like I said, mine is about 75% effective.

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Hay, Bryan ; I have the 1 with the holster & found that in the ladies section in Walmart where the Gals cordless curling irons are found you can buy the same fuel cartridges for way less $ $ than them Thermacell Cart. Hope this helps Friend ! Have a Swell Up-Coming weekend ! ATB T God Bless

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good hack Terry. Thanks!

[@terryw.milburn8565]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Mucho Cheaper Umm Hmm !

[@ND-yp3sk]

@@terryw.milburn8565 yea but the mats aren't any cheaper than mats+propane. 120 hours of mats costs $5-10 more than the 120 hour bundle of mats and thermacell branded propane where I am. it's wack

[@jhill4874]

I found mosquitoes don't like cigars. Also, eat LOTS of garlic.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

So you can be a walking repellent to both mosquitos and people ;-)

[@garypollard9770]

Survival On Purpose I am 100% sold on that!

[@jhill4874]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose 😊

[@BODE318]

What size of area will it cover

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Google's your friend. Thermacell has a website, like most major companies.

[@losthiker9395]

These things are amazing. If you’re thinking about it get one. You won’t regret it.

[@rwmagnus]

I have the one similar to the first version mine is a bit newer but very similar. IMO I’d say its 90% effective unless there is a moderate breeze then its less effective. Better if there is a wind then the skeeters get blown away. Advantage is you can tie it on your backpack or back pocket if your mobile. Didn’t know about the backpacker model. Very educational today Brian lol.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks Ralph

[@binnsbrian]

Lost my FirstEdge knife but just received my free o-light flashlight. Love it. But still miss my knife. Bummer.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

That is a bummer. I have lost a few favorites in my life too

[@floppinfish]

To all the people that say this wont work in the wind. Mosquitoes dont fly when the wind is blowing. They stay home. Duh.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good point.

[@farmtrout66]

I’ve had some very good results with the original One. 👍👍 I’d say 90% . Perhaps these Missouri mosquitos are not as mean as yours.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I must be smack dab in the middle of their homeland

[@lapicker1010]

There's probably no reason why you couldn't use an adapter and run it on the even cheaper 1 lb. propane tanks.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Their website states that it won't work with 100% propane.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

They run on butane, but good luck.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

LOL A Paparazzi on a kardashian. Thanks Bryan good friday to you and good weekend

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You too

[@MrJustapeon]

try witch hazel.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

On my body?

[@MegaBrenda1970]

Just found out I am allergic to the buggers!!!

[@waynepickering129]

Backpacker cheap to run. Other too expensive to run.

[@jhill4874]

But Brian, you are biased. You like the product, so you bought it. Now, you weren't bribed, and that's way cool. Thanks for the review!

[@nexthubbins]

●□■♤●□■♤●□■♤So it constantly keeps you in a fog of poison?????? Not for me or my kids.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Not sure it is poison.

[@rapaciousinterloper4725]

In the day and age of climate change, I find the use of combustion as a method of mosquito control to be objectionable, irresponsible, unethical, and immoral.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

"Climate change" has been happening as long as there has been climate.

[@rapaciousinterloper4725]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Yes, climate change has been happening as long as there has been climate, but this is different. This is anthropogenic climate change. Unfortunately, your scientific illiteracy, inability to understand science, willful ignorance, and outright stupidity will not save the planet from the destruction caused by uneducated simpletons like you. Go read a science book; I'm sure you've never done that in your life, dummy. Unsubscribed.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Isn't it ironic that so many who would claim the defense of "science" in support of their beliefs are unwilling to embrace the very foundational tenets of science: the unrelenting questioning of EVERY conclusion and rational discussion of the issues. Instead, they resort to insults and name-calling to any who dare not walk in lock-step with the "official position". The logical conclusion would be that those who behave like that are either unsure of the accuracy of their position or are afraid too much examination will uncover them as frauds. For example, I said nothing to contradict your assertion of "anthropogenic climate change" . But, since I didn't immediately repent for my sins and agree that you are right, your immediate response was to insult me and call me names. How very scientific.

[@JohnSmith-gs4lw]

Rapacious Interloper Hey, 2009 called and they want their ignorant, completely disproven theory back. Maybe you need some updated science books because AGW isn’t even talked about any more. If you haven’t noticed, in an attempt to once again control the English language, they’ve moved away from global warming and we are all supposed to call it “climate change.” You’re all still as insufferable as ever. Save your proxy guilt for developing countries who, understandably, worry more about finding clean drinking water than worry about carbon emissions. SOP burning a pound of propane every year is about one cow’s worth of flatulent or one mud puddle worth of methane. Go talk to India. Go talk to China. Good riddance.

[@rapaciousinterloper4725]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Science has nothing to do with insulting fools; that was all me, dealing with an ignoramus who makes deleterious statements that minimize the importance of a deadly, manmade catastrophe called climate change. You are scientifically illiterate. You are the Dunning-Kruger effect personified. I noticed you didn't refute my assertion that you have never read a science book, and I mean completely read an entire science book, as an adult. In the age of reason, as an adult, as a curmudgeonly old man at this point, you have been too intellectually lazy and downright stupid to read a science book, not one. So don't lecture me with your scientifically illiterate mind and pseudo-intellectualism, dummy. GO READ A SCIENCE BOOK!

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

The butane cartridges give 12 hrs of burn time, the pads are good for 4 hrs.

[@henrik5879]

That is what the label in the package says, but in actual use the butane cartridge hardly goes over 10h usually and the pads can last well longer than just 4h.